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Rawalpindi man booked for sharing fake information on PECA

News Desk

Mar 19

A case under the Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) has been registered in Rawalpindi following a social media post that violated the law.

According to details, Waris Khan Police charged a man identified as Muhammad Rehan with spreading false information online, including sharing inappropriate content.

The police spokesperson stressed that spreading propaganda or false information under the guise of free speech is unacceptable.

Under the Electronic Crimes Act, any content deemed harmful to state security, public order, or peace will result in immediate legal action. The law aims to curb the misuse of social media for spreading false narratives.

The spokesperson urged the public to exercise caution on social media, warning them that misinformation or negative propaganda would lead to legal consequences.

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